Aerospace Machining by Makino

“In today’s aerospace industry, we know we need to use every available advantage to lower our part costs because our customers are counting on us to help them lower their costs,” said Jim Gibbs, president of Dynamic NC....More

The world’s leading aircraft manufacturers are forecasting blue skies ahead for the aviation industry over the next two decades. The 2014 market-outlook reports from Boeing, Airbus, Bombardier and Embraer predict the world’s aircraft fleet to double in size over the next 20 years. Virtually every major manufacturer has recently revised its forecasts upward....More

Learn about different EDM hole drilling technologies and the impact on performance, accuracy and quality between oil and water di-electric systems. Hole size, entry and exit conditions, speed and L to D ratio will determine which system provides the superior solution. Several different technologies and systems will be reviewed that match the requirements of the EDM drilling application....More

Automation will be essential for North American manufacturers to compete globally. Makino is introducing a simple, flexible robot system for 4 and 5 axis horizontal machining centers that can be installed quickly and facilitates numerous part families. Learn how to implement cost effective automated part loading and unloading of complex 5 axis parts....More

Today’s job-shop requires production flexibility. The ability to efficiently machine a wide variety of parts and materials including stainless steel, aluminum and titanium on a single machine provides a competitive advantage especially for larger parts. Makino has developed a new 5 axis machine with a unique kinematic structure and exceptionally versatile spindle that helps overcome these manufacturing challenges. In this webinar, you will understand how to obtain the flexibility and productivity you need for any shape or type of material, giving you a quoting and processing advantage in today’s growing manufacturing markets....More

Aerospace parts come in all shapes and sizes. While manufacturing efficiency of large to mid size structural aerospace parts has been a focal point for Makino, smaller parts like leading edges also require process optimization. These smaller parts are often produced on general purpose machines or in multiple part nests on large dedicated aerospace machines. Neither is an efficient solution as production volumes and piece cost pressures continue to ramp up. Delivering up to 300 cubic inches of metal removal capability in a 500mm 5-axis horizontal platform; attend this webinar to learn how Makino’s new a61nx-5E is the Right Size solution for your small aerospace parts production....More

The need for a new EDM drilling process with advanced capabilities has grown substantially in the last few years due to new jet engine performance and fuel economy requirements. In this webinar you will learn how new EDM technology from Makino will overcome many of the production challenges faced by turbine engine manufacturers today for the production of cooling holes and diffuser shapes. This includes fast production of shaped holes, back striking prevention, maintaining metallurgical quality, unattended operations and production monitoring....More

This webinar is focused on new technologies and new process methods for producing high temperature nickel alloy turbine blades and vanes. Using both real and simulated parts, Makino will demonstrate how their G series of 5 axis horizontal grinding and machining centers eliminate set up time, reduce WIP, eliminate process steps and improves throughput. Coolant systems, dressing technologies, 5 axis automation, programming methods and quality performance will all be illustrated during the webinar. See how this new technology can dramatically improve your existing production and grinding methods....More

Heat generation is the single largest contributor to rapid tool wear in titanium machining. Learn what machine factors and cutting methods have the greatest impact on heat generation in titanium machining and discover new cooling strategies for increased productivity and maximum tool life....More

One of the most frequently overlooked factors related to part cost is tool life. On a per-order basis, the impact of tooling expenses may seem negligible; however, extending those costs over the full length of a machine’s lifespan can mean dramatic saving. Find out what key machine factors impact tool life in this webinar....More

What is the point of extended tool life if your process times are so slow your part costs are not competitive? How far can you push tools to get the most productivity in hard metals and yet best utilize the machine while controlling your tool costs? Discover how you can maximize tool cost per cubic inch of material removed....More